Pair skating..?

Question

Im 12 yrs old and I want to do pair skating..

I don't really like preforming alone because I get really nervous

i am in FS1 but I can do stuff until FS4..

I have 2 probs:

1.) My dad might not allow me

2.) How do I find the right partner?

Answer 1

To be a good pairs skater, you still have to be a strong single skater.  So first off, I'd concentrate on building your own skills.  You may find that eventually you would rather skate alone.  

Why won't your dad allow you to try pairs?  Is it the skating in general that he doesn't agree with or is it the aspect of pairs skating being a little more dangerous?  I would try to narrow down where his negativity lies in regards to it.  Is he worried that you'll get hurt?  Once you find out why he won't allow you, then maybe research whatever it is he has concerns with...injuries, expenses....boys.  :)  Just approach the topic as maturely as possible and have some research done on the topic.  Be ready to answer any questions he has, have information to hopefully disqualify any problems he may have with it and explain to him why you want to do it.

Finding a partner isn't always easy mainly because there just don't seem to be as many male skaters as female.  There are web sites for finding partners, but they may not always be in your area of the country.

http://www.icepartnersearch.com/

Talk to your coach and see if they can help you out.  Maybe try getting into ice dance too.  Skating with a partner for dance may help with some experience til you can get your dad to be more agreeable on the topic.  Good luck!!

Answer 2

Pair Skating is awesome! You'll love it! I know how to fix one of your problems...

I don't know if your dad will allow you to do it or not, but I know asking him won't hurt! Who knows, maybe he'll say yes.

Try skating with a brother, cousin, or even a friend who likes to skate. They should be your level, or better. They should be your age or older. Make sure they are mature and take it seriously, because sometimes Pairs can cause some bad injuries. If you don't believe me, take a look at this......

http://youtube.com/watch?v=2N5K3K_k3Nw

If you can't find a partner, don't worry! Keep your head up high and keep skating! I think that these pair skaters will inspire you. They inspire me....

http://youtube.com/watch?v=3nS_C5GH6Fk&f...

Have fun!!